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Verse & Vision | Exploring the world of FilAm Poet Veronica Pamindanan
Dallas based poet Veronica Pamindanan is all about creative empowerment. Through her craft, she fuses her Christian Filipino heritage with American culture in the forms of beautifully written poems and powerful on stage performances

6 Filipino Streamers YOU should follow
Everything we know in the 21st century has moved “on the web” as my Lola would say. Shopping, TV Shows, and even a new breed of electronic athletes has emerged, and with it we are birthing new online streaming royalty. Whether your interest is in games, music, reality TV, even cosplaying, there is a new online personality on the rise.

Our Fave 8 Music Videos By FilAm Artists that are so good, you’ll have them on repeat
Filipinos have proven time and time again that their talent behind the mic can also translate in front of the camera. These 8 artists have taken storytelling to another level, adding incredible visuals to their already beautiful songs in the form of music videos.

Get to know Big Strong John | The Filipino Purple Wiggle
Did you know that the Purple Wiggle is Filipino? His character, “Big Strong John,” is focused on health, fitness, and being strong and resilient.

10 Things to Know About FILAm SuperModel Kelsey Merritt
For many, watching Kelsey Merritt’s career unfold has been something of a hobby. The first Filipina to achieve a number of unbelievable career feats.
We’ve put together a few of our favorite things for you to get to know this powerful pinay better

Two Peas in a Pod: FilAm Twins Rosalyn and Carolyn of Netflix’s You Are What You Eat
Netflix launched a TV mini series about a scientific experiment where identical twins adopt different diets and lifestyles for eight weeks to see how food impacts the body. One set of twins featured in the docu series are Filipino! We got the opportunity to sit down with Carolyn Sideco and Rosalyn Moorhouse
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10 Things to Know About FILAM Producer & Designer Leslie Espinosa
Whether she is behind the scenes empowering others through her work as a hair and makeup artist, in the classroom as an educator, or rocking the dance floor, she continuously shows up and shows out in everything that she does.
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Filipino-Americans in the Rap Game
Filipino-American culture has continued to evolve as more and more Filipinos continue to cross the Pacific Ocean. Through American influence, Filipinos were introduced to diverse music styles ranging from disco, rock, and even rap. Here’s a list of more artists in the rap game.

10 Movies You Need to Know for The Manila International Film Festival in LA
The Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) is coming back to Los Angeles, California at the TCL Chinese Theaters and the Directors Guild of America, this January 29th to February 2nd. The screenings will comprise of the 10 film entries of the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).

9 K-Pop Artists You Didn’t Know Were Filipino
K-Pop is bigger than ever, not only spreading its influence to the ears of its listeners but to their voices as well. We are now entering a generation of Filipino-Korean pop artists and I am glad to dive into a list of 9 K-Pop artists you didn’t know were Filipino.

5 FilAM REALITY TV Competition Stars
Filipinos are known to many for their ability to show up and show out, on any stage and in any competition. From the kitchens of Top Chef to the stages of RuPaul's Drag Race, it is no secret that Pinoys and Pinays alike foster a competitive spirit and have what it takes to achieve greatness on every level.

10 Things You Need To Know About The Tapales vs. Inoue
Tapales versus Inoue! Each fighter is putting their 2 world titles on the line, winner takes all 4 and leaving the ring as the undisputed champion of the world at the super bantamweight division.
Rhythms of Resilience | Meet SF Based Filipina-Irish Artist Ouida
Since signing with Bolo Music Group this year, Ouida has found a new home in her label. Beyond being in the presence of fellow proud Filipino Americans artists, she has had the opportunity to collaborate with multiple members of the team.

Top 10 songs on our spotify from Filipino + Filam Artists Right NOW
Music truly brings all walks of life together whether you understand what they’re saying or not. Music is like painting in the air without a canvas, melodies and rhythms floating through the air to paint a story in your mind. Well here we have 10 pieces of art that are sure to leave a lasting impression on your ears, here are 10 new songs from Filipino Artists that you should add to your next playlist.

6 Filipino Christmas Songs to Add to Your Playlist
What truly kicks off the Christmas season in the Philippines? Bibingka? Hanging up Parols? Wrong, the answer is Christmas music! here is our list of 6 Filipino Christmas Songs to Add to Your Playlist.

Filipino Gift-Giving Superstitions 101
Giving gifts has been a long-standing and culturally ubiquitous way to show someone you care, appreciate them, and wish them well. But hidden beneath this seemingly straightforward deed is a realm of superstitions and beliefs that give the art of giving a fascinating new dimension.

10 Things to Know About FilAm NBA Reporter Cassidy Hubbarth
You’ve probably seen Cassidy Hubbarth on the sidelines of the NBA, interviewing coaches and players of the game. She is a TV host and full-time reporter for ESPN game telecasts throughout the NBA regular season and during playoffs.

Meet Dalbong The Corgi, the first Filipino Good Boi to win at the World Dog Show
We have seen so many Filipinos test their skill against the best in the world and succeed. And now our next world champion, Dalbong the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to win at the World Dog Show 2023.

10 Things To Know About Miss Universe Philippines, Michelle Dee
Well it’s that time of year again and we have our official Miss Universe Philippines representative, Michelle Dee, ready to take the stage. Let’s get to know our future queen with 10 things you didn’t know about Miss Universe Filipino Contestant, Michelle Dee.

10 Unique Filipino Inspired Halloween Costumes
The key to a good costume is to be easily recognizable and to be unique enough for people to understand but not so niche that you’re the only one in the loop. If you’re reading this post JUST NOW, you might only have a few weeks or days to put your costume together, so the assembly has to be easy to throw together!